This blouson top is made from a vintage men’s Kimono. The textile is a lightweight Tsumugi with a pleasing shine. Tsumugi 紬 yarns are made from irregular-shaped cocoons called Kuzumayu, which were once considered not fit for spinning even, fine silk threads. Compared to the shine of ordinary silk fabric, Tsumugi has a matte surface. Containing naturally formed slubs, Tsumugi yarns are durable, yet lightweight. Historically, Tsumugi was worn by farmers, samurai and merchants as casual wear. Although Tsumugi was once thought of as a sub-par textile, it is now highly sought after by Japanese Kimono connoisseurs.
The relaxed-fit top has a voluminous flowing shape over the torso while slightly cinched at the waist with an elastic band. The wide sleeves are also cinched with elastic, providing both comfort and movement.
Each top is made to order. Please allow four to six weeks for shipment.
Garment measurements
Small/Medium
Waist/hips: 164cm / 64 in
Center to sleeve: 63m / 25 in
Waist elastic 110cm / 43 in
Large/X-Large
Waist/hips: 176cm / 69 in
Center to sleeve: 63m / 25 in
Waist elastic 125cm / 49 in
100% silk
Gently washed by hand in cold water with a very mild soap, and hang to air dry
This blouson top is made from a vintage men’s Kimono. The textile is a lightweight Tsumugi with a pleasing shine. Tsumugi 紬 yarns are made from irregular-shaped cocoons called Kuzumayu, which were once considered not fit for spinning even, fine silk threads. Compared to the shine of ordinary silk fabric, Tsumugi has a matte surface. Containing naturally formed slubs, Tsumugi yarns are durable, yet lightweight. Historically, Tsumugi was worn by farmers, samurai and merchants as casual wear. Although Tsumugi was once thought of as a sub-par textile, it is now highly sought after by Japanese Kimono connoisseurs.
The relaxed-fit top has a voluminous flowing shape over the torso while slightly cinched at the waist with an elastic band. The wide sleeves are also cinched with elastic, providing both comfort and movement.
Each top is made to order. Please allow four to six weeks for shipment.
Garment measurements
Small/Medium
Waist/hips: 164cm / 64 in
Center to sleeve: 63m / 25 in
Waist elastic 110cm / 43 in
Large/X-Large
Waist/hips: 176cm / 69 in
Center to sleeve: 63m / 25 in
Waist elastic 125cm / 49 in
100% silk
Gently washed by hand in cold water with a very mild soap, and hang to air dry
